This is a laboratory course designed to give students an understanding of the earth, its processes, history and place in the universe. Major emphasis is on geology, oceanography, meteorology, and astronomy. Human influence on the environment, locally and globally, is explored. Students will gain understanding of the basic systems, their changes, and direct and indirect relation to themselves. Opportunities to develop concept thinking and research techniques will be presented. Considered an elective in the Science Minor for Education Majors.
